Experts warn of ways screwworm could spread in the US and new difficulties in keeping it at bay
PolicySunday, July 12, 2026The Guardian

Experts warn of ways screwworm could spread in the US and new difficulties in keeping it at bay

Experts are raising alarms about the potential spread of the screwworm, a parasitic pest, into the United States, indicating that current eradication methods may be insufficient to effectively contain it. This situation poses significant challenges for both ecosystem health and agricultural practices in the affected regions. Policymakers are urged to reassess and bolster current strategies to prevent an outbreak.

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